Candles and tapers market in Spain

Earlier Report Observations

The Spanish candle market volume showed gradual growth from 24 569 metric tons in 2018 to 25 301 metric tons in 2020. This early period was marked by a revitalization of the market, as decorative and scented candles began attracting new consumer segments, alongside emerging interest in electric and digital candle alternatives.

A significant expansion occurred in 2021, with market volume jumping 43% to 36 172 metric tons. This surge was fueled by the entry of new artisanal brands like Casa Tenue and a growing consumer preference for handmade, personalized, and eco-friendly candles, reflecting a broader shift toward sustainable and design-conscious products.

After a contraction in 2022, the market recovered in 2023 and reached 34 482 metric tons in 2024. The recovery and subsequent growth were supported by strong demand for scented candles linked to wellness and home décor trends, technological advancements such as smart LED candles, and the launch of new fragrance lines by luxury brands like Bottega Veneta.

Production candles and tapers in Spain

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Spain's candle and taper production has grown for the third consecutive year. In 2020, output was valued at 61 607 thousand US dollars, representing a strong 17.3% increase compared to 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, production rose by 44.3%, which translates to an annualized growth rate of 13.0%.

Annual dynamics of production in Spain in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Spain's candle and taper production volume has increased for the third year in a row. In 2020, the country produced 19 844 tonnes, up 13.6% from the previous year. From 2017 to 2020, production grew by 32%, averaging an annualized rate of 9.7%.

Annual dynamics of production in Spain in kind, 2017-2020, t

Exports candles and tapers from Spain

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Spain's cross-border shipments of candles and tapers have risen for the second consecutive year. In 2020, exports reached 5 762 tonnes, reflecting a strong year-on-year increase of 21.0%. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, exports grew by 44.9%, with a compound annual growth rate of 13.2%. The lowest volume was recorded in 2018 at 3 943 tonnes, which also saw the largest decline of 0.8%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Spain in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, three key markets—Portugal, France, and Italy—collectively accounted for 55.5% of Spain's total candle and taper exports in volume terms.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Spain in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, K $ US

Spain's candle and taper exports have expanded for the third consecutive year. In 2020, export value stood at 40 200 thousand US dollars, marking a 46.2% rise compared to the previous year. Between 2017 and 2020, exports increased by 91.3%, equating to an annualized growth rate of 24.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Spain in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Between 2017 and 2020, Spain's candle and taper exports in value terms were widely distributed across partner countries. Portugal (18.3% of export value), France (18.1%), and Italy (10.8%) together represented 47.2% of total flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Spain in value, 2017-2020

Imports candles and tapers to Spain

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In 2020, Spain's candle and taper imports totaled 11 219 tonnes, down 8.9% from 2019. From 2017 to 2020, imports decreased by 13.2%, averaging an annualized decline of 4.6%. The largest increase occurred in 2019, at 1.8%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Spain in kind, 2017-2020, t

Throughout 2017–2020, Poland (35.2% of import volume), China (27.0%), and Italy (8.8%) formed the core group of suppliers for Spain's candle and taper imports, together accounting for 71.1% of total volume.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Spain in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, K $ US

After two years of contraction, Spain's candle and taper imports rebounded in 2020. Import value reached 38 773 thousand US dollars, an 8.0% year-on-year increase. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 35 911 thousand US dollars, following the largest decline of 3.8% in 2018.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Spain in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

From 2017 to 2020, China (31.6% of import value), Poland (22.0%), and Germany (7.5%) led as the top suppliers of candles and tapers to Spain, with their combined share reaching 61.0% of total import value.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Spain in value, 2017-2020